Trot Singer Kim Ho-jung Flees After Traffic Accident... "Too Flustered to Handle Aftermath" (Comprehensive)

Booked on Charges of Negligent Post-Accident Measures

Trot singer Kim Ho-jung is under police investigation for allegedly causing a hit-and-run traffic accident (failure to take measures after an accident).

Trot singer Kim Ho-jung. [Image source=Yonhap News]

On the 14th, the Gangnam Police Station in Seoul announced that they are investigating a traffic accident involving Kim.

Kim is accused of causing a collision with a taxi around 11:40 p.m. on the 9th in Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, and then fleeing the scene.

During the police investigation, Kim initially stated that he was not driving and went home, but later admitted to the fact under police questioning.

The police are also reportedly checking the possibility of Kim driving under the influence. The agency stated that the test results showed no evidence of drunk driving.

Saenggak Entertainment said, "At the time of the accident, Kim Ho-jung was so flustered that he was unable to properly handle the aftermath," adding, "We sincerely apologize for causing social controversy. Both the agency and Kim Ho-jung promise to do their best to properly address the situation."

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